Possible cell phone tower planned between Cody and Merriman

Cherry County Interim Zoning Administrator Jane Stolzenburg told county commissioners Tuesday that a company has been in communication with her about a possible cell phone tower in the area.

September 15, 2026Updated: September 15, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Possible cell phone tower planned between Cody and Merriman

Note: File photo of a cell phone tower, not related to planned project

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Possible cell phone tower planned between Cody and Merriman

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